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Toronto conserving rabies vaccine supply due to provincial shortage | CBC News

Toronto Public Health is rationing rabies vaccines due to a supply shortage in Ontario.
Only high-risk exposures eligible for vaccine doses, prioritizing those in immediate danger.

TPH is urging eligible residents to get the mpox shot. But some can't find an appointment | CBC News

Access to mpox vaccines is critical amid an outbreak, but many residents in Toronto face significant barriers in securing appointments.

Toronto conserving rabies vaccine supply due to provincial shortage | CBC News

Toronto Public Health is rationing rabies vaccines due to a supply shortage in Ontario.
Only high-risk exposures eligible for vaccine doses, prioritizing those in immediate danger.

TPH is urging eligible residents to get the mpox shot. But some can't find an appointment | CBC News

Access to mpox vaccines is critical amid an outbreak, but many residents in Toronto face significant barriers in securing appointments.
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Union urges Toronto to keep workers at safe injection site slated to close | CBC News

The closure of The Works safe injection site and subsequent layoffs undermines Toronto's public health strategy against the opioid crisis.
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TPH urges vaccinations for at-risk residents as mpox cases rise | CBC News

Toronto Public Health urges vaccination against mpox as cases rise.

Toronto Public Health reports 1st probable West Nile Virus case this year | CBC News

Toronto has reported its first probable human case of West Nile virus for the year, highlighting the importance of mosquito surveillance and public health precautions.

TPH urges vaccinations for at-risk residents as mpox cases rise | CBC News

Toronto Public Health urges vaccination against mpox as cases rise.

Toronto Public Health reports 1st probable West Nile Virus case this year | CBC News

Toronto has reported its first probable human case of West Nile virus for the year, highlighting the importance of mosquito surveillance and public health precautions.
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Toronto's top doctor to step down after 8 years on the job | CBC News

Dr. Eileen de Villa will resign as Toronto's medical officer of health at the end of the year after eight years leading the public health unit.

Toronto holding mpox vaccine clinics as cases of the virus spike

Low-barrier mpox vaccination clinics in Toronto to address spike in cases.
Vaccine available for walk-ins and by appointment to eligible residents, with emphasis on timely first and second doses.
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How to protect yourself against the life-threatening bacterial disease on the rise in Toronto | CBC News

Invasive meningococcal disease cases in Toronto are higher than annual cases since 2002, with two deaths reported.

Toronto Public Health warns of potential measles exposure at new location linked to 2nd case | CBC News

Residents in Toronto could have been exposed to measles at St. James Town Public Library and Wellesley Community Centre.
Toronto Public Health advises individuals to check vaccination records, monitor symptoms until April 5, and seek medical advice promptly if exposed to measles.

How to protect yourself against the life-threatening bacterial disease on the rise in Toronto | CBC News

Invasive meningococcal disease cases in Toronto are higher than annual cases since 2002, with two deaths reported.

Toronto Public Health warns of potential measles exposure at new location linked to 2nd case | CBC News

Residents in Toronto could have been exposed to measles at St. James Town Public Library and Wellesley Community Centre.
Toronto Public Health advises individuals to check vaccination records, monitor symptoms until April 5, and seek medical advice promptly if exposed to measles.
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Toronto Public Health urges people to get vaccinated against mpox amidst rising cases | CBC News

Toronto Public Health advises mpox vaccination for prevention against the virus
Mpox symptoms can range from fever and headache to skin blisters and lesions

Parents seeking more info about vaccines after 5 measles cases confirmed in Ontario, doctor says | CBC News

Increase in calls to Vaccine Consult Service after measles cases
Renewal of funding sought for the project

What should Toronto Public Health's priorities be? Now's your chance to weigh in | CBC News

Toronto Public Health is developing a new strategic plan to guide public health decision-making over the next four years.
The plan will address issues such as the toxic drug crisis and homelessness in the city.
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